From Cannes: Round-Trip Ferry to Ste. Marguerite Island

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From Cannes: Round-Trip Ferry to Ste. Marguerite Island
4.5950227 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.5950227 out of 5 stars
1768 reviews
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Take a short boat ride from Cannes to Sainte-Marguerite Island for a respite from the crowded French Riviera. Enjoy the island’s natural beauty.

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Duration 1 day
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Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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hongsik – South Korea

Easy to take the boat and just 15 minutes to reach the island. Island was calm and quiet. We had good time in there. :)

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Susie – United States

Always friendly staff on the quick ferry to the island

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Highlights

  • Admire the island’s fragrant pine and eucalyptus forests
  • See numerous species of migratory birds and unique plants
  • Visit Fort Royal, best known from the Man in the Iron Mask movie
  • Swim to see the new underwater eco museum

Full description

Book your round-trip ferry tickets in advance for a visit to Ste. Marguerite Island from Cannes.

As soon as you disembark on the island, you’ll be captivated by the fragrance of pine and eucalyptus. Follow the marked trails that take you on a botanical and historical tour of the island.

The walk takes you by Batéguier Pond, where numerous species of migratory birds can be seen, and to the Pointe de la Convention, where you’ll find unique plant species.

Continue on to Fort Royal, the former residence of the legendary Man in the Iron Mask. The Maritime Museum, sheltered within a fortified enclosure, also offers an invaluable insight into the area's history.

Dogs are welcome on board the ferry, and on Sainte Marguerite Island, provided they are on leash.

Includes

  • Round-trip ferry ticket from Cannes to Ste. Marguerite Island
  • Entrance fee to the Royal Fort is excluded

Meeting point

Please be at the meeting point 30 minutes before departure and exchange your voucher at the desk before going on board.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Drones
  • Fishing

Know before you go

  • Please be at the meeting point 30 minutes before departure
  • There are numerous departures and returns per day:
  • Departures from Cannes: 7:30 am – 9:00 am – 9:30 am* – 10:00 am – 10:30 am* –11:00 am –11:30 am* –12:00 pm –12:30 pm* –1:00 pm –1:30 pm* –2:00 pm – 2:30 pm* – 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm* – 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm* – 5:30 pm*
  • Returns from Ste. Marguerite: 7:45 am – 9:15 am – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm* – 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm – 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm*
  • Crossing: 15 minutes
  • *Only July and August

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Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 1768 reviews

Review summary

  • Transportation
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  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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hongsik – South KoreaOctober 31, 2024 – Verified booking
Easy to take the boat and just 15 minutes to reach the island. Island was calm and quiet. We had good time in there. :)
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Susie – United StatesOctober 26, 2024 – Verified booking
Always friendly staff on the quick ferry to the island
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Yvonne – United KingdomOctober 24, 2024 – Verified booking
Beautiful island with fantastic scenery, views and the aroma on the island of the pine and eucalyptus I will never forget unit to mention the historic place and museum, very much was worth the visit which I will do again. The boat ride was also fast, efficient and cheap

Product ID: 65370

Activity provider:Trans Cote D'Azur

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